Patti Labelle would eventually release a studio version of O Holy Night on her 1990 holiday album This Christmas. Continue reading
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12/18/15 O&A Shall We Dance: Mikhail Baryshnikov and Gelsey Kirkland- Nutcracker Grand Pas de Deux
During the 1977 Christmas season, CBS brought Mikhail Baryshnikov’s highly acclaimed American Ballet Theatre production of Tchaikovsky’s classic ballet The Nutcracker to television. The production has remains the most popular and most often shown television production of the work in the U.S. Mikhail Baryshnikov performed the title role, with Gelsey Kirkland as Clara.
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12/17/15 O&A NYC Dance: The Nutcracker (excerpt) with Cyrus “Glitch” Spencer & Friends
The Nutcracker has become as individual as Thanksgiving dinner; it has taken on the favor of the people who celebrate the work and the spirit of the holidays. In this version dancers Cyrus “Glitch” Spencer, JR Tight Eyex, James Derrick, and the California Philharmonic ( Pasadena) give the classic a decidedly urban feel. The production took place on Tuesday, December 8, 2015. Continue reading
12/21/17 O&A NYC Throwback Thursday: Peabo Bryson and Roberta Flack – I’ll Be Home For Christmas
Peabo Bryson & Roberta Flack sing I’ll Be Home for Christmas on the TV special David Foster’s Christmas Album (NBC, December 10, 1993). Originally written to honor soldiers overseas who longed for home at Christmastime, I’ll Be Home for Christmas has since gone on to become a Christmas standard. Continue reading
12/16/15 O&A NYC Song Of The Day: Diana Ross Christmas Medley Plus Bonus Tracks
Christmas in Washington is an annual Christmas television special that currently airs on the U.S. TNT network. The 2102 show was hosted by Conan O’Brien and starred Diana Ross, Demi Lovato, Megan Hilty, Scotty McCreery, and Chris Mann. Continue reading
12/16/15 O&A NYC With WaleStylez- Fashion: Store List For Adidas Yeezy Boost 750 “Black”
By Adewale Adekanbi Jr.
The Adidas Yeezy 750 Boost “Black” will release on Saturday, December 19th. This is probably the most anticipated pre-holiday release so we have listed the confirmed stores releasing the shoes. Most of the retailers will likely employ a raffle or giveaway of some sort, so be sure to follow their social media handles for the latest information on how to secure a pair. In the meantime, check the store list below and stay tuned. Continue reading
12/16/15 O&A NYC Wildin Out Wednesday: Jingle Ballerz Special Hip- Hop Nativity – Saturday Night Live
MTV presents Hip-Hop Nativity, starring Rihanna (Sasheer Zamata), Eminem (Taran Killam), Riff Raff (James Franco), Rick Ross (Kenan Thompson), Justin Bieber (Kate McKinnon), Beyonce (Nicki Minaj) and Kanye West (Jay Pharoah). Continue reading
12/15/15 O&A NYC Song Of The Day: Boyz II Men- Silent Night
Silent Night appears of both the Christmas Interpretation and The Christmas Collection albums. The underrated Christmas Interpretation album is definitely Boyz II Men’s best work. These familiar lyrics set to soulful, smooth music provides a refreshing change from the same old holiday covers. Continue reading
12/14/15 O&A NYC Inspirational Tuesday: Amy Cuddy- Your Body Language Shapes Who You Are (TED Talks)
Body language affects how others see us, but it may also change how we see ourselves. Social psychologist Amy Cuddy shows how “power posing” — standing in a posture of confidence, even when we don’t feel confident — can affect testosterone and cortisol levels in the brain, and might even have an impact on our chances for success. Continue reading
12/14/15 O&A NYC Song Of The Day: Chris Brown – This Christmas
This Christmas covered by Chris Brown for the in 2007 film of the same names originally written and performed by R&B legend Donny Hathaway in 1970. Continue reading
